GCC chief condemns attack on Qatari LNG tanker, stresses Gulf maritime security

GCC Secretary-General Jasem Mohammed Albudaiwi strongly condemned the attack on the Qatari liquefied natural gas tanker Al Mayeda. The tanker, operated by Qatar Gas Transport Company (Nakilat), was sailing in Gulf waters when it was targeted. Albudaiwi warned that such attacks on energy tankers pose a significant threat to regional security and could have severe consequences for the marine environment, energy flows, and global market stability.

He emphasized the importance of maritime security for maintaining stability in the region and stressed that those responsible for the attack must be held accountable. The GCC chief also reaffirmed the bloc's support for Qatar's efforts to protect its resources and assets, as well as to address any threats to its security and interests.